Bears Linebacker Otis Wilson at Corn Crib on Saturday
Published on June 15, 2011 under Frontier League (FL)
Normal CornBelters News Release
NORMAL - The Normal CornBelters, presented by Illinois Corn Farmers, are proud to have Otis Wilson, member of the 1985 Chicago Bears, attending the June 18th game as part of State Farm Starstruck Saturdays. Following a six-game road trip, the CornBelters will be back at the Corn Crib on Thursday, June 16th, at 7pm, to open a three-game series against the Evansville Otters (ISU Alumni Night / Thirsty Thursdays - $ 1 beers / Bags Tournament).
Wilson was the Chicago Bears #1 draft choice in 1980. As a starting linebacker, he was part of one of the top-ranked and most feared defensive teams in League history. This defense held 11 of 16 opponents to 10 points or less. Wilson's defense helped the Bears win Super Bowl XX in 1985. He was also a featured soloist in the Bears "Super Bowl Shuffle" video. After retiring in 1989, Wilson was named to the All-Madden Century Team. He will be at the CornBelters game this Saturday to sign autographs and throw out the first pitch of the game!Saturday is also Shriners Night! The hilarious Shriners clowns performing on the concourse, the Mohammed Shrine Legion of Honor presenting our nation's colors, Tin Lizzies cruising around the ballpark and a "Fill the Fez" fundraiser to benefit Shriners Children's Hospital!
THE NIBLET: June 20 is Facebook Night at the Corn Crib, so be sure to become a CornBelters fan on Facebook to take advantage of some exclusive deals only available to Facebook fans! www.facebook.com/CornBelters Affordable ticket packages and marketing opportunities are available for the 2011 season and beyond. To make an investment, or for more information, simply contact the CornBelters at (309) 454-2255 (BALL), visit their website ( http://www.normalbaseball.com) or stop by the Corn Crib administrative office during normal business hours. Follow the CornBelters at www.facebook.com/CornBelters and www.twitter.com/Normal_Baseball.
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